Dos and Don’ts Before Laser Hair Removal

All our clients will receive a comprehensive consultation explaining your pre and after treatment care but have a look at this quick list of dos and don’ts before your laser hair removal treatment.

Dos Before Laser Hair Removal

• Do use a sunscreen with minimum SPF 30 on the area of treatment at all times.

• Do shave well for a successful and safe result. Shave the area 12-24 hours prior to your treatment.

• Do tell your laser technician of any medication or health changes between visits.

• Do avoid the sun 4-6 weeks before your treatment and completely throughout the course.

• Do avoid waxing, threading, bleaching or epilating the hair 4 weeks prior to and for the duration of your laser course.

Donts Before Laser Hair Removal

• Do not apply any active skin care (e.g. Retinol, AHAs, ingrown hair products) for at least 7 days before and after your treatment.

• Do not use any body or facial scrubs for at least 7 days before and after your treatment.

• Do not use any body or facial products that have shimmer or glitter particles in the e.g. bronzer, shimmer body lotion prior to your treatment.

• Do not have false tan or natural tan on the area on the day of treatment or you will be declined treatment on the day if this is the case.

• Do not use electric blankets/hot water bottles/seat warmers.

• Do not use deodorant the morning of treatment if having underarms treated.